Graduate Certificate in Global Business Management

at Loyalist College - Victoria Park Campus (Toronto) Canada

Wireless information networking is becoming increasingly important to commercial and industrial development across the world with businesses and organizations relying on this technology for day-to-day functions. Develop the specialized and in-demand skills needed for success in the expanding wireless information networking field with this two-year post-graduate program. As a graduate of Loyalist's full-time Wireless Information Networking post-graduate program, you may be eligible to advance your profession through the following certification pathways: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Wireless, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching, Certified Meraki Networking Associate (CMNA) and Long Term Evolution (LTE) Certification.

How You'll Learn
Experiential Learning, including a semester-long co-op work term

With this intensive hands-on program, discover the latest developments in wireless information networking and develop the specialized skills to contribute to the design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of wireless networks in various sectors.

• Learn how to apply standardized approaches and methodologies to test, measure, troubleshoot and resolve technical wired and wireless network problems.
• Explore designing and developing wired and wireless computer networks that satisfy stakeholder requirements using system design documentation.
• Practise evaluating network performance against service levels using a variety of basic and advanced network management tools in order to develop action plans that conform to service level agreements.
• Acquire skills for installing and upgrading network hardware and related components and software to comply with best practices in the wireless industry.
• Develop strategies for evaluating wireless network topologies, connectivity and characteristics to assess impact on security and internet communications.
• Gain experience collaborating with diverse teams to collect, analyze and interpret user requirements when preparing project documentation and reports.
• Get first-hand workplace experience during a co-op work term in semester four.

Co-ops in work terms are valuable work-integrated learning experiences in which students demonstrate outcomes from previous semesters in Canadian industry settings. In addition to building skills and identifying career contacts, co-ops in work terms add industry-relevant experience to students’ résumés. The co-op job market is competitive, and students will be expected to participate actively in their job searches. Students will be supported with information and skills to attain co-ops.

Before products hit the shelves, there’s a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes – from purchasing materials and coordinating inventory to the distribution of finished goods. As global trade widens and deepens, demand continues to rise for skilled workers in the areas of supply chain logistics and international trade compliance. Prepare for a range of careers within the expanding field of supply chain management with this two-year post-graduate program. As a graduate of Loyalist's full-time Supply Chain Management – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) post-graduate program, you may be eligible for advanced standing into the certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation Program. Graduates with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 are granted exemption from four modules and two interactive workshops in accordance with the Supply Chain Management Association Ontario (SCMAO) and Loyalist's Partnership Agreement.

How You'll Learn
Experiential Learning, including a co-op elective

• Prepare for a career in effective project management across various industries:
  • Learn to manage project goals, constraints, deliverables, quality control and resource requirements as defined by stakeholders.
  • Explore different leadership styles to effectively manage issues and resolve conflicts.
  • Gain knowledge on facilitating communication, negotiation and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Demonstrate the development of a comprehensive project plan to meet stakeholder requirements.
  • Learn to analyze financial information to promote operational effectiveness and to support and monitor the scope, planning, procurement, risk and budget of projects.
  • Get first-hand workplace experience with a co-op elective in semester four.

In our increasingly connected world, a global career mindset coupled with business management skills can open doors to a range of unique career opportunities both domestically and abroad.

Explore international perspectives on a variety of topics and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become an effective leader in any business environment.

How You will Learn
Experiential learning

• Prepare for a career in global business management in various sectors and environments:
  • Explore strategies and best practices for conducting business with diverse populations using ethical and culturally appropriate methods that are in compliance with relevant laws and
  • regulations.
  • Learn how to effectively collect, process and analyze data used to support global business plans and influence sales.
  • Gain experience planning, leading, executing and evaluating individual and team projects.
  • Refine your leadership and teamwork skills and look at methods for establishing and maintaining successful working relationships.
  • Engage in project-based learning with industry or community partners to gain real-world experience in a workplace set

Prepare for a career in the exciting and innovative field of artificial intelligence (AI). Graduates of this two-year post-graduate program will be equipped with the knowledge and specialized skills in AI and data science needed to design and build data-driven systems for decision-making in the private and public sectors. As a graduate of Loyalist's full-time Artificial Intelligence and Data Science post-graduate program, you will be equipped with the knowledge to to write certification exams with Microsoft (Power BI), Tableau and IBM Watson Analytics.

Experiential learning, including a co-op elective
Through training in predictive, descriptive and prescriptive analytics, gain the knowledge needed to design and build decision-making systems based on AI and data science. Get hands-on skills in the following:

• Learn how to collect, manipulate and mine data sets to meet organizational need.
• Acquire skills for designing and applying process-specific data models, as well as for developing software applications to manipulate data sets, correlate information and produce reports.
• Gain experience identifying and assessing data analytics, business strategies and workflows to respond to new opportunities or provide project solutions.
• Develop skills in data analytics, business intelligence tools and research to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Practise developing AI models and agents that use enterprise data to identify patterns, provide insights, recommend actions or perform tasks autonomously, on behalf of stakeholders.
• A co-op elective in semester four provides an opportunity to gain first-hand workplace experience.

In our increasingly connected world, a global mindset combined with project management skills can create unique career opportunities both in Canada and abroad. Organizations of all types and sizes depend on the successful completion of projects to be sustainable and remain competitive. Global project management professionals control every aspect of the project from the initial concept through design, actual task completion and implementation. As a graduate of Loyalist College's full-time Global Project Management post-graduate program, you may be eligible to advance your profession through the Project Management Institute (PMI). The PMI offers a variety of voluntary certification levels for applicants who meet specific prerequisites, including postsecondary completion and industry experience. In addition, professional certifications from Scrum Alliance (Agile Leadership and ScrumMaster) as well as Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certifications on Microsoft Project software can also be available to students, subject to availability from the certification agency.

How You’ll Learn
Students will acquire the creative, practical, and advanced knowledge and skills that contribute to the effective management of the critical elements required to ensure overall project success. Students will also learn how to create and operate a global technology infrastructure managing thousands of individual projects within their portfolios.

Get hands-on skills in the following:

• Learn how to manage project goals, constraints, deliverables, performance criteria, quality control needs, and resource requirements as defined by international project stakeholders.
• Align and adapt management and leadership strategies and styles when working on projects according to internal organizational culture and best practices in a Canadian business environment.
• Facilitate communication, negotiation and collaboration with international stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of projects.
• Ensure compliance of ethical and professional standards in a Canadian business environment when managing projects.
• Manage relationships and resolve conflict to establish motivation and promote positive organizational change.
• Integrate inclusive practices to support equity and participation of diverse stakeholders when managing projects.
• Use technology tools for communication, collaboration, planning, information support and decision-making purposes for planning and managing global projects.
• Analyze financial information to promote operational effectiveness and to support the scope, planning, procurement, risk and cost management of projects.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive project plan for global projects, programs and portfolios using technology and software systems to meet stakeholder requirements.

Organizations depend on the efficient and successful completion of projects to remain competitive in a global economy. Project management professionals have the expertise to oversee project timelines, costs and resources, ensuring organizations meet their objectives and get results. As a graduate of Loyalist's full-time Project Management post-graduate program, you may be eligible to advance your profession through the Project Management Institute (PMI). The PMI offers a variety of voluntary certification levels for applicants who meet specific pre-requisites, including post-secondary completion and industry experience.

How You'll Learn
Prepare for a career in effective project management across various industries:

• Learn to manage project goals, constraints, deliverables, quality control and resource requirements as defined by stakeholders.
• Explore different leadership styles to effectively manage issues and resolve conflicts.
• Gain knowledge on facilitating communication, negotiation and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Demonstrate the development of a comprehensive project plan to meet stakeholder requirements.
• Learn to analyze financial information to promote operational effectiveness and to support and monitor the scope, planning, procurement, risk and budget of projects.

Before products hit the shelves, there’s a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes – from purchasing materials and coordinating inventory to the distribution of finished goods. As global trade widens and deepens, demand continues to rise for skilled workers in the areas of supply chain logistics and international trade compliance. As a graduate of Loyalist's full-time Supply Chain Management – Global Logistics post-graduate program, you may be eligible for advanced standing into the certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation Program. Graduates with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 are granted exemption from four modules and two interactive workshops in accordance with the Supply Chain Management Association Ontario (SCMAO) and Loyalist's Partnership Agreement.

How You'll Learn
Experiential learning, including a placement elective
Prepare hands on for a career in supply chain management concentrating on trade compliance and logistics planning:

• Gain a depth of knowledge in customs, including compliance, risk management and the global movement of goods.
• Navigate international customs and business practices.
• Get applied knowledge of project management including planning and reporting, scheduling techniques, element interdependencies, and project costing and crashing.
• Explore consultative selling and marketing intelligence.
• Learn first hand during local field trips and presentations by guest speakers.
• Gain critical workplace experience with a placement elective.

People with sales and marketing expertise are revenue generators — making an impact on the bottom line, a talent that’s in demand in virtually every sector. Apply your skills to a career in commerce, health care, IT, manufacturing, advertising, telecommunications or sports and entertainment.

Experiential learning
Classroom instruction uses a wide range of dynamic tools and techniques:

• Learn through case studies and competitive simulations.
• Create and deliver executive-style presentations.
• Refine your rapport-building and selling techniques with role-playing exercises that are videotaped and critiqued.
• Gain experience with cutting-edge customer relationship management (CRM) software – an essential business tool to manage sales territories and prospective clients.
• Prepare for success with simulated job interviews conducted by managers from the business community.
• Develop a professional portfolio in any format from a web page to an audio commercial.
• Get a feel for different industries during six full-day job shadow placements.

Behind every product and service we enjoy, there’s a business that relies on effective employees, practices and leadership. Business skills are needed in every industry, from aviation and food production to manufacturing and professional sports. A business education is an opportunity – where you take it is up to you!

How You'll Learn
Experiential learning, including a four-week placement experience

Explore a broad mix of business options in this interactive program, including:

• Social media marketing.
• Financial decision making and supply chain management.
• Effective workplace presentation skills.
• Corporate responsibility and sustainability – economic, social and environmental.
• How to develop a comprehensive business plan for your own business idea.

Projects with community partners provide concrete, hands-on experience, working individually and in teams to overcome real-world challenges. You could:

•  Coordinate a conference
•  Design a training program
•  Develop a recruitment strategy
•  Perform a market analysis
•  Create a marketing plan
•  Conduct an operational productivity audit

Hands-on instruction takes you beyond the classroom:

• Gain critical workplace experience with a four-week placement.
• Enhance your learning with faculty coaches and business mentors.

Prepare for an exciting and rewarding career in the growing hospitality industry in Canada and beyond with a combination of customer service, leadership and management skills. Through a variety of dynamic courses and workplace experiences, students will gain a global perspective on a variety of topics in the hospitality industry and examine their own interests in this increasingly connected world.

How You'll Learn
Experiential learning, including a semester-long co-op experience

• Prepare for a career in hospitality management in various sectors and environments:
  • Explore how to support business development by looking at economic, political, social, global, and intercultural factors that influence the development of services, marketing strategies, customer retention, and sales programs.
  • Review strategies to maintain efficient, safe, secure, accessible and healthy hospitality and tourism operations that reduce risk and comply with jurisdictional legislation and legal obligation.
  • Learn how to support business development through the implementation of corporate sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ethics principles.
  • Study project management principles that can be used to define timelines and project deliverables for all members of cross-functional, intercultural, and multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Develop the skills needed to support the development of a service delivery model and implementation plan to account for practices within global settings.
  • Get first-hand workplace experience during a co-op in semester four.